Indian Almirah Cabinet With Sunburst Panels - 19th Century Material - Papier Mache window shutters and furniture were

window shutters and furniture were made of sticks harvested from the Kair tree (Capparis decidua)

The interior consists of four shelves offering ample storage space

Old Carved Teak Votive Panel from Andra Pradesh - 80 to 120 years old

The doors are decorated with finely painted gilt chinoiserie panels

Shiva tore his hair out and from that

Indian Almirah Cabinet With Sunburst Panels - 19th Century Material - Papier Mache window shutters and furniture wereThis painted Indian sunburst almirah cabinet is beautifully carved and dates to the 19th century. Many Indian cabinets were originally recessed into walls and freestanding cabinets are less common. It is constructed from green painted teak wood with light crackling, which gives a wonderful texture. Additional character comes from old metalwork patches found on the side of this piece. The core Portuguese occupation did not expand beyond Southern India,